How to Apply
Follow the steps below to get started
- Visit the Rental Search page to view our available rentals.
- View a property by clicking “Schedule a showing”.
- Click “Apply Now” on the property you’re interested in.
Rental Application Guide
get MULTIfamily Property Management is an equal opportunity housing provider and we comply with the Federal Fair Housing Act. We do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. We comply with all state and local fair housing laws. Unless otherwise stated on the rental listing, all applications will be reviewed using the below criteria.
MIN 3X RENT
IN THE LAST 7 YEARS
MIN 550 CREDIT SCORE
Rental history
This is a very important factor considered for approval. We will contact your current and past landlords for the last 2 years to verify their experience with you as a tenant. Questions that will be asked include:
- What are your Move-in and Move-out dates
- How many times was your rent paid late
- Did you cause any damage to the property
- Were there any lease violations
- Would your landlord rent to you again
- Did you give a 30-day notice to move
- Did or does the landlord plan to return their full security deposit
Income and employment history
We want to make sure that you have income to support paying the rent for the duration of your lease and have a stable employment history.
In order to verify the information you provided to us, we will contact your current employer and ask questions such as:
- What is your job title
- What is the date of hire
- What is your current salary
- Are there any anticipated changes in salary over the next 12 months
- What is the likelihood of continued employment
- Combined gross household income must be at least 3 times the monthly rent. Every occupant 18 and older must submit a separate application and is screened individually for credit, rental history, and criminal history. Income from all applicants on the lease is combined for the income calculation.
- Income may come from employment, self-employment, retirement, disability benefits, Social Security, pension, investment income, court-ordered support, or other verifiable sources.
For self-employed applicants (business owners, freelancers, or “gig economy” workers paid via 1099 rather than W-2), income is calculated based on what they report to the IRS. Applicants must provide:
- Most recent 2 years of tax returns (business and/or personal returns).
- A year-to-date Profit and Loss (P&L) statement, verified by a CPA or accountant is preferred.
- The last 3 months of business bank statements show consistent deposits/income.
Credit history
A credit score of 550 or higher meets our standard. We review payment history, judgments, collections, foreclosures, and short sales. Medical collections are not counted against an applicant. Student loan balances are not counted against an applicant, though payment history on student loans is reviewed along with all other payment history.
Scores between 500 and 549 may be approved with a security deposit of up to one and one-half times the monthly rent, which is the maximum allowed under Arizona law.
Scores below 500 do not meet our criteria. If you have questions about your credit history, contact our property manager.
Ground for denial
We apply the following standards to every applicant. An application will be denied if any of the following apply:
- An eviction judgment entered against any applicant in the last 7 years
- Money owed to any current or former landlord
- An undischarged bankruptcy
- Current illegal drug use, or the manufacture, distribution, or sale of illegal drugs. A past history of substance use, including participation in or completion of a treatment or recovery program, is not a basis for denial. "Illegal drugs" means controlled substances that are illegal under Arizona law. Marijuana use that is lawful under Arizona law is not a basis for denial. Marijuana on the property remains subject to the lease and to individual property rules.
- A felony conviction within the last 7 years for a crime involving harm to a person or property, including arson, assault, intimidation, sex offenses, drug offenses, theft, fraud, prostitution, obscenity, or terrorism
- Appearing on a state or national sex offender registry
- A falsified application
Every adult applicant is checked against state and national sex offender registry databases. An applicant who appears on a state or national sex offender registry will be denied, regardless of the date of the offense.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in our application process, see Reasonable Accommodations below.
Eviction history
An application will be denied if any applicant has an eviction judgment entered against them in the last 7 years. We do not deny based on eviction filings that were dismissed, withdrawn, settled without judgment, sealed, or decided in the applicant's favor.
Required documentation
The required documentation we need from you in order to process your application will be listed on the Rental Application.
Pets application
If pets are allowed at one of our listed properties, you will be required to have your pet screened using PetScreening.com. To get more information, visit our Pet Policy page.
Service animals and support animals are not pets. You can submit an assistance animal request through the same site at no charge, or provide documentation to us directly. See Assistance Animals below.
Assistance animals
Service animals and support animals are not pets. They are not subject to pet rent, pet fees, pet deposits, the two-animal limit, the weight limit, the species restrictions, or the PAWs score requirement in our pet policy. They are not restricted by breed.
We use PetScreening.com as the single intake point for all animals, including assistance animals. There is no charge to submit an assistance animal request. Select the assistance animal option, not the pet profile option, and the request will be reviewed as a reasonable accommodation.
The easiest way to submit an assistance animal request is through PetScreening.com, at no charge. Select the assistance animal option, not the pet profile option, and the request will be reviewed as a reasonable accommodation. If you prefer, you can provide your request and documentation to us directly instead.
Security deposit
In most cases the security deposit equals one month's rent. Where an application shows risk factors in rental, employment, or credit history, we may require a higher deposit. Under Arizona law (A.R.S. § 33-1321), the total security deposit will not exceed one and one-half times the monthly rent.
Prorated rent
Rent for the month that you move-in will be prorated so you only are paying for the days you move-in. If your move-in date is on the 20th of the month or later, in order to move-in, the rent for the following month will be due prior to move-in along with the prorated rent for the month you move-in.
Occupancy limit
Our general standard is 2 people per bedroom. We also consider the size and configuration of the unit, the size of the bedrooms, and other living space available. Where a local building, health, or fire safety code is more restrictive, the local code applies.
Application fee
Each applicant 18 and older pays a non-refundable application fee. The current amount is shown on the application before you pay it. This fee covers the cost of credit, criminal, and eviction screening and verification of your income, employment, and rental history. The fee is non-refundable once screening has been initiated. If we do not initiate your screening, the fee will be refunded.
Guarantors
If you do not meet one or more of the screening criteria, you may be able to have a 3rd party guarantee your lease. The guarantor must complete an application and pass our tenant screening criteria after deducting the guarantor’s own housing costs before comparing his/her income to our income criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the income requirements to rent with get MULTIfamily?
Combined gross household income must be at least 3 times the monthly rent. Income from all applicants on the lease is combined. Income may come from employment, self-employment, retirement, disability benefits, Social Security, pension, investment income, court-ordered support, or other verifiable sources. Self-employed applicants provide their most recent 2 years of tax returns, a year-to-date profit and loss statement, and the last 3 months of business bank statements.
What credit score do I need to be approved?
A credit score of 550 or higher meets the standard. Scores between 500 and 549 may be approved with a security deposit of up to one and one-half times the monthly rent, which is the maximum allowed under Arizona law. Scores below 500 do not meet our criteria. Medical collections are not counted against an applicant, and student loan balances are not counted against an applicant, though payment history on student loans is reviewed.
What would cause an application to be denied?
An application is denied for an eviction judgment in the last 7 years, money owed to a current or former landlord, an undischarged bankruptcy, current illegal drug use or the manufacture, distribution, or sale of illegal drugs, a felony conviction in the last 7 years for a crime involving harm to a person or property, appearing on a state or national sex offender registry, or a falsified application. Marijuana use that is lawful under Arizona law is not a basis for denial, and a past history of substance use or participation in a recovery program is not a basis for denial.
How does get MULTIfamily check rental history?
get MULTIfamily contacts your current and past landlords for the last 2 years. They ask about your move-in and move-out dates, how often rent was paid late, any damage to the property, whether you had pets, whether you gave a 30-day notice, whether your deposit was returned, and whether the landlord would rent to you again.
How much is the security deposit?
In most cases the security deposit equals one month's rent. Where an application shows risk factors, a higher deposit may be required. Under Arizona law, the total security deposit will not exceed one and one-half times the monthly rent.
How is my first month's rent prorated?
Rent for your move-in month is prorated, so you only pay for the days from your move-in date. If your move-in date is on the 20th or later, the following month's rent is also due before move-in, along with the prorated rent for the move-in month.
Can I have a guarantor if I do not meet the criteria?
Yes. If you do not meet one or more of the screening criteria, a third party may guarantee your lease. The guarantor must complete an application and pass the screening criteria after their own housing costs are deducted before their income is compared to the income requirement.
What is the occupancy limit?
Our general standard is 2 people per bedroom. We also consider the size and configuration of the unit, the size of the bedrooms, and other living space available. Where a local building, health, or fire safety code is more restrictive, the local code applies.
Do I need to screen my pet before applying?
If pets are allowed at a listed property, you must have your pet screened through PetScreening.com. Service animals and support animals are not pets. They go through the same site at no charge, using the assistance animal option. You can find full details on the Pet Policy page.
How much is the application fee and is it refundable?
Each applicant 18 and older pays an application fee. The amount is shown on the application before you pay. It covers credit, criminal, and eviction screening and verification of income, employment, and rental history. The fee is non-refundable once screening has been initiated. If we do not initiate your screening, it will be refunded. Fees can vary by property, and we sometimes run reduced or waived application fee promotions.
Do you charge pet fees for a service animal or support animal?
No. Service animals and support animals are not pets. They are not subject to pet rent, pet fees, pet deposits, the two-animal limit, the weight limit, species restrictions, or breed restrictions. There is no charge to submit an assistance animal request.
How do I request a reasonable accommodation?
If you or someone in your household has a disability and needs a change to our application process or our policies, or a modification to the unit, you can request it at any time, including before or during the application process. There is no fee to submit a request. Submit it through our online form, or by phone, email, or in person to any member of our team. We will respond in writing.